Device and method for irreversibly selecting indicia
US8286812B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 11, 2008 |
| Grant date | Oct 16, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 26, 2031 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB65D51/245
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
The invention disclosed is a cap or other device and method of using same, the device comprising at least a first and second member, the cap having a first configuration in which the first and second members are rotatably connected to each other, and a second configuration in which the first and second members are fixed to each other. The second configuration is substantially irreversible, such that the device cannot be reverted to the first configuration without the aid of tools, breaking the device, or causing the device to lose functionality.
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